Tom Hanks Shares Rare Swimming Selfie as He and Rita Wilson Mark 37 Years of Marriage

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson: 37 Years of Love—and Counting

Whoever says Hollywood marriages can’t last should probably take a look at Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson. On April 30, 2025, the famous duo both turned 68 and officially celebrated 37 years together as husband and wife. How did they mark the occasion? In the most Tom and Rita way possible—with warm, candid photos straight from their vacation timeline. Hanks posted a playful, grinning swimming selfie, captioning it with the no-nonsense charm fans love: '37 years married. Today! Love you, Mrs. -Mr.THanks.' Meanwhile, Wilson shared a cozy snap of the two bundled up, adding her own humor with a burst of rainbow hearts and an all-caps: 'Happy 37th Anniversary my love!!!'

The throwbacks didn’t end there. The celebration on social media offered rare glimpses behind the curtain—moments that say more about real partnership than any red-carpet shot. Each post felt relaxed and genuine, without a hint of forced glamour. Hanks and Wilson have a knack for showing their audience what joy looks like after decades together: a selfie in a pool, or laughter beneath heavy coats somewhere chilly.

From TV Set Sparks to Blended Family Life

Their story started decades ago back in 1981 on the set of 'Bosom Buddies,' with sparks that didn’t fade even when Hanks was still married elsewhere. By 1988, their wedding made things official, and their family tree soon sprouted another generation. Together, they raised two sons—Chet, now 34, and Truman, 29. Add in Tom’s older children, Colin (46) and Elizabeth (41), from his previous marriage to Samantha Lewes, and it’s clear this is a true blended family. Every so often, their clan pops up in interviews or on social media, but for the most part, they've kept the family circle tight and private—even as their careers grabbed the world’s attention.

What keeps them going after all this time? Whenever Tom Hanks faces the question, he never gets all philosophical. In a CNN interview, he described their relationship as 'carefree and easy,' hinting they've managed to dodge the drama so many others face, both on and off screen. Rita, for her part, once summed up their connection with her 2019 song 'The Spark'—a touching dedication to the enduring energy between them, even after all these years. Fans see this dynamic play out not just in the big moments but in quiet tributes and those candid glimpses during holidays, road trips, and family getaways.

Honestly, it’s refreshing to see two Hollywood names keep it simple. No curated perfection—just two people still laughing and surprising each other after nearly four decades. Whether they’re sharing a photo from inside an icy cabin or catching the sunlight by the pool, Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson remind everyone that sometimes, love is best shown in the unscripted snapshots that make up everyday life. Here’s to more of those, anniversary after anniversary.